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46. STEREO AUX RETURN Inputs 

Connect the outputs of an external parallel eff ects 

device into these inputs.

When connecting a mono device (just one cord), 

always use the left (mono) input and plug nothing into 
the right input. The signal will appear on both sides.

The signal is added directly into the main mix (or 

Sub 1-2 bus on the Mix.260FX when the MAIN/SUB 
1-2 switch [31] is pushed in) via the Master AUX 
RETURN level control [30].

47. STEREO FX RETURN Inputs 

Connect the outputs of an external parallel eff ects 

device into these inputs.

Plugging a 1/4" plug into these jacks disconnects 

the Internal Eff ects processor. Note that if you plug 
into just the left input, the right internal eff ects is 
still connected, and vice versa. This gives you the 
fl exibility to create some very unusual eff ects.

The signal is added directly into the main mix via 

the Master FX RETURN level control [32].

48. 1/4" MAIN OUT (Mix.260FX only)

These 1/4" TRS jacks provide a balanced or 

unbalanced line-level signal, where your fully mixed 
stereo signal enters the real world. This is the same 
signal that appears at the XLR MAIN OUTS [52] on 
the rear panel.

Connect these outputs to the inputs of your 

amplifi ers, powered speakers, or serial eff ects 
processor (graphic equalizer, for example).

49. CD/TAPE IN/OUT

TAPE OUTPUTS 

Use these jacks to capture the entire performance 

to tape. The signal at these jacks is a sample of the 
main mix, as it appears at the MAIN [52] output. The 
TAPE OUTPUT level is aff ected by the MAIN MIX 
[42] faders.

TAPE INPUTS

This is where you connect the outputs of your 

intermission entertainment. Any line-level mono or 
stereo device can be used, such as tape, DVD/CD 
player, television audio, etc.

Signals coming into these inputs are routed 

directly to the main mix when the TAPE TO MAIN 
[24] switch is pushed in. The signals can also be 
routed to the CONTROL ROOM [55] and PHONES 

[50] outputs when the CD/TAPE [21] switch is 
engaged in the CONTROL ROOM SOURCE 
SELECT section.

When connecting a mono device (just one cord), 

you’ll need a “Y-splitter” RCA adapter. It turns a 
mono output cord into two cords, so both the right 
and left tape input jacks can be used. This adapter is 
widely available.

Note:

 There is a chance of feedback if you have 

the tape inputs and outputs connected to the same 
recorder, and the recorder is in record mode.

50. PHONES 

The stereo signal at this output jack is the same as 

the CTRL RM OUTS [55] outputs, and is controlled 
by the same CTRL ROOM/PHONES level control 
knob [23]. You can listen to the Main Mix, the 
CD/TAPE, or the ALT 3-4 (Mix.220FX) or SUB 1-2 
(Mix.260FX) depending upon the CONTROL ROOM 
SOURCE SELECT switches.

Note:

 Be very careful because the PHONES jack 

can drive any standard headphones to very loud 
levels. Please see page 2 for information on hearing 
protection. 

51. FOOTSW

This 1/4" TS jack allows you to connect a standard 

footswitch for engaging the Internal FX BYPASS [38] 
function. Note that the indicator light next to the FX 
BYPASS switch illuminates when the bypass function 
is engaged.

REAR PANEL FEATURES

52. XLR MAIN OUTS

These male XLR connectors provide a balanced 

line-level signal that represent the end of the mixer 
chain, where your fully mixed stereo signal enters the 
real world. Connect these to the inputs of your main 
power amplifi ers, powered speakers, or serial eff ects 
processor (like a graphic equalizer or compressor/
limiter).

53. ALT 3/4 OUTS (Mix.220FX)

These 1/4" TRS jacks provide the outputs for the 

ALT 3 and 4 signals. These can be connected to the 
inputs of a recording device, or to secondary amplifi ers 
for an alternate mix.

POWER

POWER

PHANTOM

PHANTOM

48V

48V

PHONES

FOOTSW

MAIN

 

OUT

OUT

L

R

AUX

 

RETURN

RETURN

1

MON

MON

2

FX

FX

L

L

FX

 

RETURN

RETURN

AUX

 

SEND

SEND

 

R

R

(

MON0

MON0

)

INPU

INPUT/OUTPU

T/OUTPUT

IN

IN

OUT

OUT

L

R

CD/TAPE

45

47

50

46

48

49

51

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Summary of Contents for Mix 260FX

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...y to noise induced hearing loss but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to su ciently intense noise for a period of time The U S Government s Occupational Safety and Health Administratio...

Page 3: ...uct information here for future reference i e insurance claims tech support return authorization etc CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Getting Started 4 Introduction 6 Hookup Diagrams 7 MIX FX Series Fea...

Page 4: ...ark for now We ll crank it up later on 9 Now you are ready to set the levels SET THE LEVELS Mic Line Channels 1 Choose one of the microphones or instruments you connected to the mono MIC or LINE input...

Page 5: ...r 0 7 0 7 2 0 4 0 4 6 6 8 4 4 34 2 58 3 58 3 3 52 3 4 6 2 4 3 25 3 D D D D U 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 02 02 54 54 4 1 8 58 3 3 58 2 452 2 452 8 2 452 2 452 054 054 0 6 6 3 3 4 242 242 4 58 58 5 5 3 3 3...

Page 6: ...Solo mode switch PFL AFL Aux Return 1 level control with Main Sub 1 2 assign switch Aux Return 2 FX level control with Return to Aux 1 level control Inter Planetary Space Drive control OK we made tha...

Page 7: ...PHANTOM 48V 48V 1 EQ MIC INPUT INPUT 1 1 LINE BAL UNBAL BAL UNBAL GAIN PHONES FOOTSW AUX RETURN RETURN 2 FX FX 1 MON MON FX RETURN RETURN AUX SEND SEND MON0 MON0 L R L R 75H 75Hz 1 EQ MIC INPUT INPUT...

Page 8: ...tivity of the MIC and LINE inputs This allows signals from the outside world to be adjusted to optimal internal operating levels The GAIN control provides 50 dB of gain with the knob fully up 4 4 10 S...

Page 9: ...ar and bacon frying Turn it down a little to reduce sibilance or hide tape hiss 8 MID EQ Turning this clockwise boosts the level of frequencies at and around 2 5 kHz on the 220FX Turning it counter cl...

Page 10: ...E ALT 3 4 The Mix 260FX has a simple MUTE switch Engaging a channel s MUTE switch provides almost the same results as turning the fader all the way down a pre aux send is not a ected by the channel fa...

Page 11: ...lar channel is up to anytime during a session You can solo as many channels at a time as you like The OL LED 5 lights continuously to indicate when the SOLO switch is active as well as the RUDE SOLO L...

Page 12: ...ndy for quick spot checks of channels especially ones that have their faders turned down With the switch down you re in AFL mode meaning After Fader Listen You ll hear the output of the soloed channel...

Page 13: ...0 and 7 5 on the 220 FX Remember audio meters are just tools to help assure you that your levels are in the ballpark You don t have to stare at them unless you want to AUXILIARY SECTION 28 MASTER AUX...

Page 14: ...main mix or stage monitors The LED next to the BYPASS switch reminds you whenever the processor is bypassed Use BYPASS if you are not using the internal e ects or use it to quickly compare between the...

Page 15: ...on when the mixer s PHANTOM Power 58 switch on the rear panel is turned on FRONT PANEL CONNECTORS 45 AUX SEND OUT 1 and 2 Connect these 1 4 TRS outputs to the inputs of an external e ects processor o...

Page 16: ...signals can also be routed to the CONTROL ROOM 55 and PHONES 50 outputs when the CD TAPE 21 switch is engaged in the CONTROL ROOM SOURCE SELECT section When connecting a mono device just one cord you...

Page 17: ...ave ribbon mics tube mics or dynamic mics that do not require phantom power leave the PHANTOM POWER switch out If you are using both condenser and dynamic mics don t worry Phantom power will not hurt...

Page 18: ...nty Service are spelled out in the Warranty section on page 27 If you think your TAPCO mixer has a problem please do everything you can to con rm it before calling for service Doing so might save you...

Page 19: ...s is VERY IMPORTANT When you call for the Service Request Number please let Tech Support know if you need new packaging You can order new packaging through our parts department TAPCO is not responsibl...

Page 20: ...tereo headphones Balanced Mono 1 4 TRS Balanced Mono wiring Sleeve Shield Tip Hot Ring Cold Stereo Headphones 1 4 TRS Stereo Unbalanced Wiring Sleeve Shield Tip Left Ring Right 1 4 TS Phone Plugs and...

Page 21: ...z Mid 15 dB sweepable from 100 Hz to 8 kHz Low 15 dB 80 Hz Mix 260FX Stereo Channels High 15 dB 12 kHz Mid 15 dB 3 kHz Mid 15 dB 500 Hz Low 15 dB 80 Hz Mixer Rated Output Main Aux Control Room 4 dBu M...

Page 22: ...INPUT 2 LINE BAL UNBAL BAL UNBAL GAIN HIGH 12 12kH kHz LOW 80H 80Hz 75H 75Hz MID PAN 1 1 2 L L R SOL SOLO 3 3 PRE PRE MUTE MUTE EQ 1 MO MON 2 FX AUX SEN SEND MIC INPUT INPUT 3 LINE BAL UNBAL BAL UNBAL...

Page 23: ...S RIGHT MAIN BUS AUX 1 MON BUS AUX 2 FX BUS SOLO L AFL SOLO R AFL SOLO PFL SOLO LOGIC AUX SEND 1 MON AUX SEND 2 FX HEADPHONE OUTPUT LEFT RIGHT CD TAPE TO CTRL RM PHONES ALT 3 4 TO CTRL RM PHONES TAPE...

Page 24: ...SOLO R AFL SOLO PFL SOLO LOGIC AUX SEND 1 MON AUX SEND 2 FX HEADPHONE OUTPUT LEFT RIGHT CD TAPE TO CTRL RM PHONES SUB 1 2 TO CTRL RM PHONES TAPE TO MAIN RUDE SOLO CONTROL ROOM PHONES LEFT MAIN OUT LE...

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Page 26: ...02 02 54 54 8 58 3 3 K K Z 7 Z Z 1 2 2 2 5 5 1 2 2 2 5 5 1 2 2 2 5 5 1 2 2 2 5 5 34 2 58 3 58 3 58 2 452 2 452 8 2 452 2 452 242 242 4 58 58 3 3 3 3 35 35 8 3 52 3 4 8 8 4 0 4 0 35 35 0 0 8 4 0 4 4 0...

Page 27: ...logies factory authorized service centers and deemed eligible for repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced within thirty days of receipt LOUD Technologies an...

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